1974 Chrysler New Yorker Base Hardtop 4-door 7.2l - Very Clean on 2040-cars
Year:1974
Mileage:73985
Location:
Madison, Connecticut, United States
1974 Chrysler New Yorker.
One family (three generations) owned since new. Car has been always very well taken care of
and garaged. The car has also been
regularly serviced over the years as scheduled and needed. This is a somewhat unique car in that it was
one of the last remaining large bodied Chryslers made, as the oil embargo of
the late 1970s really was a game changer for automobile design at the time..
Chrysler in particular. As such, few
1974 large Chryslers were sold that year.
Also somewhat interesting to note, is the fact that 1974 was the last
year that cars were not required to be manufactured with catalytic converters
as mandated by the Federal Government for 1975 and newer cars. As such, the 1974 models could still run on
“high-test” leaded fuel. Being a
“hardtop” also makes it a touch more special.
I would describe the overall condition of the car to be
very good, not perfect, but very good.
If you are looking for a Pebble Beach or Greenwich concours winner, this
would not be your car. If you are
looking for a good solid car that presents well and you can have fun driving a
somewhat unique car to your favorite local car shows or date nights, then I
think you’ll be pleased for years to come.
Mechanically, the engine starts well and revs well until
it is warmed up and then you can easily knock it down to a lower rpm by
punching the gas pedal quickly – exactly as it was designed. The car shifts through it’s three speed
Torqueflite gears with ease and without issue.
The engine does not smoke or burn any noticeable oil to speak of. The original am/fm stereo works well (don’t
expect today’s sound quality or reception).
The heater/vent/ac systems all seem to work, but I would argue that the
AC is a bit anemic and could benefit from a charge. All power windows function as they
should. The car tracks down the road
nicely and offers a comfortable ride without any odd noises or noticeable
issues. The odometer works and reads 73,985
miles and I believe this to be accurate, but I cannot confirm this officially –
it may have been around once.
Cosmetically, I would describe the car as a
6-footer. From 6 feet away, the car
presents very nicely with decent shine on paintwork and chrome. Closer inspection would reveal imperfections
that 40 years of even light service would reflect. The same could be said of the parchment color
interior. There are a couple small holes
in the headliner, but the vinyl seats are all in good shape. Several years ago, Brougham seats (front
& back), that were a perfect color and size match for the more generic
standard New Yorker seats, were installed to not only give a better look to the
car, but to provide greater comfort. The
car has never been in any significant accident and posses all original sheet
metal.
I have many OEM trim parts available for the car that I
have collected over the years and I will make them available to the winning
bidder. Also included is a mint rear
bumper (there is nothing fundamentally wrong with the one on the car, but the
chrome is less than perfect).
In describing the condition of the car in any way, it
should be noted that I am not an automotive professional, dealer or mechanic. I have attempted to describe the car as
accurately as possible as an automotive lay person. All bidders and prospective buyers of this
automobile MUST make their own assessments as to the condition of the car to
satisfy their desires and needs – my description should be used as a general
guide only. The car will be available
for viewing, driving and inspection at mutually convenient times and all must
be performed prior to auction close. The
car is 40 years old – please consider this accordingly before you bid! There is absolutely no warranty, guarantee or
set aside for the sale of this car. In other
words, the car is being sold As-Is/Where-is.
Again, it is the bidder’s responsibility to thoroughly satisfy
themselves with the overall condition of the car prior to bidding, and then bid
accordingly. The car does not come with
a title, only because the State of Connecticut does not title cars manufactured
prior to 1981.
The winning bidder is responsible for pick-up and
delivery costs and arrangements.
Thank you for considering this car – I am sure it will
make the right person happy!
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